They just came out with a jiu jitsu gi made out of hemp, the weight seems perfect for Aikido. I was thinking of getting one for Judo practice since it breathes better than cotton and resists odors.

Janet Rosen

02-10-2006, 02:12 PM

the woman who makes WONDERFUL hemp gi -- i've met her and have trained w/ her daughter who wears them--is Machiko and if you click on links to related prior threads you find this http://www.aikiweb.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6627&page=2

Michael Neal

02-10-2006, 03:22 PM

The jiu jitsu gi may be a better choice since it is white (not sand colored), has a closer fit, and is much less expensive.